In an age of science, technology and Artificial Intelligence, there are certain mysteries which still remain largely unsolved. One such place of myriad mysteries is Mount Kailash. When humans have climbed almost every mountain on the planet, reached the heart of oceans, and explored outer space, Kailash remains an untouched, unclimbed and unresolved place. In Hindu mythology, Kailash is considered the home of Lord Shiva. More about Kailash:At 6,638 meters (21,778 ft), Kailash in the remote regions of Tibet’s Trans-Himalaya, is among the most mysterious, revered and unclimbed peaks. While Kailash is not counted among the highest mountains, it is known for its deep spiritual and cultural tales. The peak has been attracting pilgrims, scientists, mystery explorers and explorers for centuries now.
Kailash is protected by faith and nature and that, perhaps, is its greatest astonishment of all. On this note, let’s have a look at six astonishing facts about Mount Kailash that will leave you shocked.Unclimbed Mount KailashDespite being much lower in height, Kailash has never been climbed (no record). Unlike other Himalayan peaks which have been climbed, Kailash remains unconquered because of religious significance and some difficulties which can’t be unexplained. The mountain is considered sacred in four faiths, which are Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon traditions. Locals claim that people who tried to climb the mountain in the past experienced strange phenomena—like sudden snowstorms and weather setbacks. Perfectly symmetrical pyramid shape
Now this has left scientists and geologists puzzled over centuries now! The perfect and remarkable symmetry of Mount Kailash is an unsolved puzzle. Unlike other imperfect Himalayan peaks, Kailash has an almost perfect pyramid-like shape, with four sides aligned closely to the directions—north, south, east, and west. Strange, right?There are theories which say that tectonic forces and wind erosion are the reason behind this perfect alignment. However, ancient myths believe Kailash is not a mountain but a man-made structure created by divine beings. Bon traditions in Tibet call it “cosmic axis” or Axis Mundi, which is the center point where heaven and earth meet. Again a topic of discussion for many.Mysterious lakes: Manasarovar and Rakshastal (Yin and Yan lakes)
The two mysterious lakes also have left the world baffled. Set at the foot of Kailash, Manasarovar and Rakshastal are two splendid lakes only separated by a thin isthmus of land. Lake Manasarovar here is considered sacred as people believe bathing here cleanses sins. It is also among the highest freshwater lakes in the world. While Lake Rakshastal is saline and has no life along its shores. It is associated with darkness and negativity, named after the demon king Ravana who is said to have meditated here.Home to four of Asia’s great rivers
Surprisingly, Mount Kailash is the source of four of the most sacred rivers: Indus, Sutlej, Brahmaputra, and Karnali. These rivers nourish vast civilizations across South and East Asia, supporting millions of people. From a scientific perspective, it is extraordinary that such massive river systems emerge from a single, remote mountain region. Unexplained experience, hair and nails grow faster, aging
A number of pilgrims and explorers have reported unusual energy flowing here. People experienced rapid aging, time distortions, and an unexplained heightened spiritual energy. Some even claim their hair and nails grew faster here. Though these claims are unproven, magnetic anomalies and unusual weather patterns remain subjects of scientific mystery.The sacred circumambulation: Kora Pilgrimage
Since no one can climb Kailash, devotees instead perform a sacred parikrama (circumambulation), which is a 52-km circuit encircling the mountain. This journey is called Kora in Tibetan Buddhism and is believed to wash away sins and grant liberation. According to Buddhist traditions, completing 108 koras guarantees enlightenment. But it’s extremely challenging and requires high level energy. In short, Mount Kailash is not just any peak, it is a place that defies all logic and science. It is a space of spirituality and mystery.
